Ashkenazi Synagogue of Istanbul

Synagogue Historic synagogue serving Istanbul's Ashkenazi Jewish community

In Istanbul’s historic quarters, the Ashkenazi Synagogue offers insight into the city’s Jewish heritage and late‑19th/early‑20th‑century synagogue architecture; visitors often combine it with sightseeing in nearby neighborhoods.

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Ashkenazi Synagogue of Istanbul
41.0252, 28.9751

How to Get to Ashkenazi Synagogue of Istanbul #

Located in the historic Galata/Karaköy area; reachable on foot from the Galata Tower or by tram to Karaköy followed by a short walk.

Tips for Visiting Ashkenazi Synagogue of Istanbul #

  • If visiting, contact the local Jewish community or synagogue office for visiting hours and security arrangements.
  • Pair a visit with walks around Galata and Karaköy to understand the Ashkenazi community's historical urban context.

Best Time to Visit Ashkenazi Synagogue of Istanbul #

The Ashkenazi Synagogue is an urban religious site; visiting is easiest in mild seasons and by prior arrangement to respect services.

Spring/Autumn (Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct)
April-June, September-October · 15-25°C
Pleasant walking weather to explore Istanbul's layered neighbourhoods.

Weather & Climate near Ashkenazi Synagogue of Istanbul #

Climate

Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (722 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 69 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.0
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 21°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
14.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

89 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 26°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.0h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 26 mm and mostly sunny skies.

93 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
19° 28°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
14.7h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
19° 28°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 25°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (112 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.1h daylight

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